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The Loveseat For Smaller Spaces

Apartment Therapy is trying to suggest there's a new sofa type out there for small space dwellers.
They write, "New Traditionalists Unite! Not every small space dweller is into modern lines or minimal, neutral textures. We're sure there are plenty of you living in pint size palaces who would like to embrace classic lines mixed with color, texture and pattern when it comes to your sofa style. Well, here you go - seven small but not-too-safe sofas to consider that all clock in at under 70 inches..."

In one place a picture of a small sofa is called a "sofette." That's is just another for a loveseat and we've had loveseats for years. Bernhardt and Bernhardt Interiors calls them Loveseats. Here are a few examples of loveseats:

All under 70 inches.

Trends: Headboards Lend A Romantic Look to Bedrooms

Sue Doerfler, The Republic at azcentral.com shares her reactions to April High Point Market in High Point, N.C.. She writes, "...furniture makers introduced collections that featured glamorous, fully upholstered beds and statement headboards."

In the article she mentions Bernhard's new London Calling Collection with these words, "Furniture maker Bernhardt's London Calling collection perhaps made one of the boldest statements with its vintage brass Kingston four-poster bed and matching side tables."

Here's what she's writing about:



Classic English style that mixes tradition with a bit of unexpected Carnaby panache enters the American vernacular today in Bernhardt Interiors—a permanent, eclectic collection totaling some 300 pieces of high design furniture.

Among 75 new case goods and occasional pieces, wood and metal forms and surfaces are dressed out in a razzle dazzle mashup of golds—shiny 70s brasses, scumbled gold-leafed woods, satiny jewel box cabinetry. The reflective golden metals appear both serious and playful — and will offer more visual interest to the rest of a homeowner’s decor.

Some 25 new upholstery pieces are shown in classic English types of covers. There are velvets, flaxes and linens, layered patterned cut cloths, and fabrics with a soft metal glow to them. A new color palette is composed of pomegranate, teal, spruce, greige, and... gold, basic black’s shiny cousin.

“London has always been recognized as a hotbed of really great style,” says Ron Fiore, Bernhardt creative director. “From the punk culture of the 70s to the 80s and even today, London is where we like to think eclecticism originated. We’re bringing that energetic, classic English suavity into our whole-world approach at Bernhardt.”

Walnut Is Back

Vicki Payne, host and producer of “For Your Home,” acknowledges something today that has been coming on for about two years: Walnut is back!

"Here’s the latest example of a trend bounce: Walnut was once the wood of choice for many woodworkers but fell out of favor with designers and decorators for the past 40 years. Now it’s back again, big-time."

Here's two Bernhardt's in a walnut finish:

What To Know Before You Buy A Sectional

Becky Dietrich, Interior Designer, and Houzz Contributor has written a fine and detailed article that just appeared in Forbes Magazine titled "What To Know Before You Buy A Sectional."

She concludes her article with this advice, "Don’t even consider sectional shopping without a meticulously drawn floor plan. The good news is that the right sectional will bring comfort, style and function to your room that few other furnishings can provide."

New From Bernhardt Interiors

Aurelia Dresser
Item: 340-052

Flat cut walnut veneers in Ebonized finish
Nine drawers with Silver Leaf finish drawer fronts
Top left side drawer has jewelry divider
Metal ferrules in White Gold finish
Adjustable glides
Anti-tip kit

Spring 2013 Look Book Is Out!

Bernhardt Interiors reaches for an ideal – taking the idea of beauty in art to the pursuit of furniture making. Inspired by that artistic passion, this eclectic collection of items features fine craftsmanship, unique materials, a distinctly modern styling and its thoughtful details allow for an effortless sophistication.

The new Spring 2013 Look Book is now online and it's gorgeous! And...check out new introductions.

Vivid Drawings = Expressive Accent Furniture

Trend: Classic Strong Lines
April 20, 2013

Today, Bernhardt introduces a broad range of finely drawn accent pieces which serve to give a new look of refinement and proportion to the home.

"The essence of design is the line," says Ron Fiore, Bernhardt creative director. "The most important piece in your room is going to be one with a strong outline or silhouette. It announces you as confident, and refreshes the things you already have."




















































 
This Spring's fashion runways provide a glimpse into how many people will be dressing their homes – using innovative classic shapes with sharp lines.

Sofa, Couch or What?

S.J.D., of Belleville posed this question to The Answer Man:

Q. Why do we have two very different names for a couch/sofa? When you look on craigslist, they are used interchangeably. Is there a difference?

Interesting article about the history of the name!

I have some further input on the question. My husband used to call the sofa a couch or davano until I corrected him Now he's pretty good at just using sofa for the multiple seat thing in the den or living room, usually taken by the dog.

Read more here: http://www.bnd.com/2013/04/23/2589275/answer-man-have-a-seat-on-the.html#storylink=cpy

Bernhardt Interiors - Gorgeous Chaises and Settees

While perusing interior designer Faith Sheridan's blog, I came across her post "Sit Back & Relax – Gorgeous Chaises and Settees." Sheridan writes

Is there anything more elegant than the chaise longue? Even the name evokes images of ancient Egyptian pharoahs being fanned and fed grapes! As a matter of fact, it is believed that the chaise longue (or long chair) originated in ancient Egypt as a combination daybed and chair.

Her post led me to look at our offerings from Bernhardt Interiors. The reason we are showing these items is that they relate to the items of Faith Sheridan's examples.

Marcourt Banquette:

Holden Banquette

Holden Armless Loveseat 

Gramercy Left (and Right) Arm Chaise:

Kelsey Sectional:

 

This style has been a popular because it has been so easy to use in a variety of interior styles.  This four-piece sectional which can be purchased in its entirety or by the component. The chaise can be left or right handed. Please contact me for help with your project.

Bernhardt Interiors Chairs:

  

Axel Chair  

 

 

 Markham Chair  

In our March Newsletter we wrote:

Fab-ulous 
Wow!  Got the new fab introductions this week from Bernhardt Interiors.  They have added more greys, stripes, golds, aquas, sumptuous textures and prints to their array.  New colored leathers have appeared which "...makes me wanna Shout."  They would look so good on a Cocktail Ottoman.

Introduce some of these fabrics and leathers into the palette that you are currently working with for the "Wow and Now" factor.

Then I picked up the March 18th issue of Furniture Today  and see this article: "Bright colors jazz up upholstery." I know it's not the best headline, but it tells us that "...people are so sick of what the big box promotional stores are offering-they want something that sets them apart."

Give me a call or email me to see what Bernhardt Interiors is offering.

Bernhardt In Homes & Gardens

Kim Cook writing in Homes & Gardens focuses on the fall season and inspirations for interior designers. In the section Parisian Panache, she says, "Tufted furniture and mirrored, lacquered furnishings evoke the élan of a turn-of-the-century French apartment, or maybe old Hollywood glamour.

She states that "Bernhardt (Interiors) has the low-profile Lotus coffee table, Balboa media console and Gustav dining table, all in lustrous polished steel.

Here are photos of those items:

Lotus Coffee Table, in polished stainless steel - W 67-1/2 | D 31-1/2 | H 16 in.

Balboa Media Center, Metal frame in Polished Stainless Steel finish - W 78-5/8 | D 17-5/8 | H 19-7/8 in.

Gustav dining table with glass top and polished stainless steel metal base - Diam 54 | H 29-5/8 in.
with matching polished stainless chairs and upholstered slip seat with welt - W 22-1/2 | D 23-1/4 | H 35-3/4 in.

New From Bernhardt Interiors

Ardmore Leather Bench

N8400

W 71 | D 28-1/2 | H 15 in.

Henley

Dining Table (84")

• Tempered glass top with eased edges and corners
• Railroad tie design top in Gray Pearl finish
• Polished Stainless Steel finish base

 

Home Furnishings Business writes that "Furniture brand Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams has rolled out its collection of home furnishings inspired by CBS show, "The Good Wife".

The collection - available in the US - was developed in collaboration with set decorator, Beth Kushnick , who is responsible for the designs seen on the series."

You know, the collection looks a lot like Bernhardt Interiors. Speaking of Bernhardt, Jennifer Guggenheim posted pictures on her Facebook page of her Laurelhurst client using our furniture from Bernhardt Interiors.That's the Beckett Sofa! Also available in a loveseat.

 

Bridget Otto, today calls our attention to an article by Courtney from A Thoughtful Place about slipper chairs. Courtney shows a number of chairs and writes:

One of my very favorite ways to infuse personality and pattern into a room is with a slipper chair. Without being a huge investment, they really open up the seating possibilities in a space. You can add texture and pattern without eating up too much real estate.

We have some thoughts on the subject. If you would like a designer look and a selection of fine fabrics from Bernhardt Interiors, why not take a look a these Bernhardt Interiors slipper chairs:

Avignon $1,485

Holdan $1,395

Beaumont $1,395

Naomi $1,395

Roland $1,200

Portia $1.320 

The chairs shown above are quoted with retail pricing. Remember you have a choice of Bernhardt Interiors fabrics or you can use your own fabrics. The website will even tell you how much fabric is needed.

Bernhardt Interiors Offers Nailhead Chest

One of our clients just ordered this beautiful Nailhead Chest made by Bernhardt Interiors.  It features:

• Fully wrapped linen covered chest with nailhead trim
• Clear lay-on glass with eased edges on top of chest
• Three drawers with nailhead trim pattern
• Anti-tip kit

The dimensions are:
W 38-5/8 | D 20 | H 33-1/4 in.
W 98 | D 50.8 | H 84.46 cm.

Our Line List

We don't think we've posted for some time the Landfair Furniture Line List.  We are so proud to represent these proven vendors:

·      Bernhardt Interiors

·      Dovetail Furniture

·      Global Views Accessories

·      New Century Picture

·      NOVA Lighting

·      Old Biscayne – (Beds & Casegoods)

·      Raschella Lamps

·      Sitcom Casegoods

·      Stanley Furniture

·      Tempo Barstools

·      Uttermost – Lamps, Mirrors, Accessories, & Furniture

     

Carlton Stunner !

Look at that beautiful rug!  It anchors the room.  Morris Design ordered this stunner GLOBAL VIEWS ARABESQUE Coral 9 x 12 area rug for their living room of the Carlton/Gates project in Carlton or "Little Napa" as they lovingly refer to the small town  located outside of McMinnville.    Morris Design completely refurbished this 2800 square foot home inside and out complete with two Master Suites.  This home sleeps ten and is available for rent.  It looks yummy!

LANDFAIR FURNITURE + DESIGN was tapped to order a gorgeous BERNHARDT INTERIORS Cooper Wing Bed for one of the suites and the above GLOBAL VIEWS Rug for this project.  Thank you Morris Design for making us part of your project.

Contact Kim Morris
Morris Design, Inc.
(971) 241-3846
morrisdesign@onlinemac.com


Call us to assist YOU with your next project!

Bernhardt Interiors

One of our interior designer clients recently ordered this Bernhardt Interiors sectional. Shown here is the  Kelsey Left Arm Loveseat and Kelsey Right Arm Return Sofa. S/H 19in. / A/H 25.5in. / S/D 24in.

You can choose from Bernhardt Interior's fabrics or use your own.

BERNHARDT INTERIORS allows classic and contemporary to mix and mingle and have fun in unexpected ways. And with more than 225 pieces for the whole home, this eclectic collection lets you create a style that's all your own.

Living room upholstered items feature sumptuous, softly-colored fabrics and leathers with surprising energy. Accent items such as ottomans, benches, tables, and screens add whimsy as well as function.

433 Contract readers identify their top three preferred casegoods and desks manufacturing brands as:

1. Steelcase
www.steelcase.com
2. Kimball Office
www.kimballoffice.com
3. Knoll
www.knoll.com
4. Herman Miller
www.hermanmiller.com
5. Gunlocke
www.gunlocke.com
6. Geiger
www.geigerintl.com
7. HBF
www.hbf.com
8. Haworth
www.haworth.com
9. Tuohy
www.tuohyfurniture.com
10. Bernhardt
www.bernhardtdesign.com

Bernhardt Design is a division of Berhardt which includes

Residential Divisions:

Commercial Divisions:

Nice to know that!